Skin and Hair
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Leyla Weighs In: Causes of acne
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Acne is not just the scourge of teenagers swimming in raging hormones, but also for adults who may have hormonal imbalances (i.e., perimenopause) or other health conditions that present as inflammation leading to a breakout. Rather than resorting to antibiotics…read more
Categories: Skin and Hair
Leyla Weighs In: A novel study of New Yorkers with acne
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
While epidemiologic studies report a low incidence of acne in non-developed nations, clinicians and researchers suggest that environmental factors such as diet play a role in the development of acne. To this end, examination of the Glycemic Index and Glycemic…read more
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11 natural ingredients for healthier skin
By Jay S. Jacobs
This article contains content from one of our trusted sponsors. Radiant skin is more than a simple mark of beauty; it’s an indication of a healthy you. You make first impressions in an instant. Your clear, glowing complexion can speak…read more
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10 natural solutions for winter skin dryness
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Winter is the time of year when people most often complain of dry skin. It’s a matter of simple physics. Skin naturally holds moisture, and cold winter air doesn’t hold as much moisture as warm, humid summer air. The problem…read more
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Ask Leyla: Why am I shedding so much hair?
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I am a 33-year-old African American woman who opted for a healthier lifestyle several years ago which included no longer using relaxer for my hair. However, since doing so my hair has been shedding consistently and significantly. I have…read more
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What are colostrum’s effects on the whole body?
By Douglas Wyatt
Colostrum is the first food of life for newborn mammals. It provides antibodies, carbohydrates, and protein to help a baby grow and develop. Perhaps best of all, colostrum’s effects extend across the whole body. Now, let’s take a look at…read more
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Ask Leyla: What can my daughter do to heal her psoriasis?
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: Our 26 year-old, otherwise healthy daughter has psoriasis on her legs and elbows. She has been taking injections of Humira, tried light therapy, gluten free diet and topical creams all with little effect. What alternative supplements would you recommend…read more
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Leyla Weighs In: Getting to the root of acne
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Acne is not just the scourge of teenagers swimming in raging hormones, but in adults too who may have hormonal imbalances (i.e., perimenopause) or other health conditions that present as inflammation leading to a breakout. Rather than resorting to antibiotics…read more
Categories: Skin and Hair
Leyla Weighs In: A novel study of New Yorker’s with acne
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
While epidemiologic studies report a low incidence of acne in non-developed nations, clinicians and researchers suggest that environmental factors such as diet play a role in its development. To this end, examination of the Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load and…read more
Categories: Skin and Hair
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Though we think of declining estrogen as the hallmark of menopause, it's actually common for…
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Up to 12 percent of Americans have ulcers at some point in life. Peptic ulcers…
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Gallbladder disease is a modern illness. An estimated 20 million Americans have gallbladder disease. The…
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FBI Raids Alternative Coronavirus Clinic: Some of you may have been outraged, as I was,…
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It appears that, for better or worse, we’re emerging from lockdown. We’ve “flattened the curve”…
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Q: My mother is otherwise healthy, takes no medications and walks daily for exercise, but she…
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